Many people use multiple electronic devices and save information on each of them. Some people save photos on their telephone, or have files on their PDA while other want to transfer files to their PDA for use in meetings or with their laptops. Using Bluetooth dongles gives an individual the ability to use all of the electronic devices effectively and take advantage of the functions of each device.

The USB dongle is an external adapter that plugs into a laptop or desktop computer. The dongle expands the functions and ability of the Bluetooth adapter. The dongle creates a short range wireless connectivity between computers and PDAs, cell phones, and any Bluetooth devices.

Using a dongle eliminates cable clutter and provides a range of up to 10 meters. It operates on a 2.4 GHz radio frequency which provides the capability and power needed to use voice and data exchange easily. The dongle provides synchronization for all of the electronic devices that it is used with. This cuts down on the time required to check data on each device.

A dongle supports generic access and generic object exchange which opens up the range of products that it can support. In addition it supports many types of headset and provides clear audio for both the sender and receiver of voice communication.

Using the dongles are very easy. Some manufacturers produce dongles that require software or CD installation prior to activating the dongle. Other dongles, do not require any extra software to be activated and the drivers that are required for the dongle to function properly are built in to the operating system that it is used with.

Dongles are very affordable and are available through many sources. There are multiple functions for the dongle that include giving a person the ability to use their computer to back up data from PDAs, smart phones, laptops, and other Bluetooth supported devices.

When a person does business from a location that requires them to be on their computer and phone simultaneously, using the dongle makes this an simple task. The wireless capability makes it very easy to move up to ten meters away from the computer. Being able to multi-task while on a headset gives an individual the ability to address issues and retrieve information quickly and efficiently.

Using a dongle, it is easy to transfer music videos from other devices to the computer. This reduces the need to make multiple purchases of the same video to be played on different devices. The signal for the headset is clear and does not have gaps in transmission.

Many people find that getting having several dongles on hand saves time when a person has more than one computer. When selecting a dongle, it is important that a person review the warranty and information that accompanies the dongle.

Bluetooth dongles are very small and are easily stored when they are not in use. Some dongles are more durable than others and it will be important that if you are going to be using the dongle in multiple devices that you get one that will withstand rigorous wear.